Research Assistant

About the role

The Noninvasive Ultrasound Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech in association with the Department of Neuroscience has an immediate opening for a highly motivated research assistant. The Noninvasive Ultrasound Lab led by Dr. Wynn Legon, studies human neuromodulation primarily using low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU).

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients, participants, clinicians and researchers on and off site to maintain operation of lab research activities
• Collect human subjects data that includes using electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), electrocardiography (ECG), continuous blood-pressure monitoring, application of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and collection of behavioral data
• Initiate and maintain Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications
• Store and file electronic and paper data
• Some basic data analysis and presentation

Requirements

• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and team skills
• Basic computer skills
• Record keeping and experience with data collection
• Ability to work with different participants and patient populations

Qualifications

• Coursework or training in health science, neuroscience, psychology, kinesiology or related field
• Relevant experience in a research setting

Skills

• Familiarity with electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), electrocardiography (ECG), continuous blood-pressure monitoring, application of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
• Desire and ability to work with different participants and patient populations

Benefits

Training is provided for all above skill and techniques.

Pay

Pay Band 3

Schedule

Overtime Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with Experience

Hours per week

40

Review Date

7/16/26

Additional Information

• Criminal conviction check is required for the successful candidate
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